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ICBA Releases 2024 Community Banking Policy Resolutions
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today released its legislative and regulatory policy objectives for 2024 ahead of the ICBA Capital Summit, scheduled for April 28-May 1.
Colorado groups oppose bill enabling credit union acquisitions
A new op-ed from Colorado community banking representatives raises concerns over acquisitions of tax-paying community banks by tax-exempt credit unions.
FTC finalizes rule barring noncompete agreements
The Federal Trade Commission issued an ICBA-opposed final rule prohibiting companies from enforcing noncompete agreements.
As Community Bankers Gather in Washington, New Polling Shows Public Support for Policy Priorities
ICBA today is kicking off the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit in Washington with the release of new polling data showing Americans support community banker views on the pressing issues attendees will be...
ICBA pushing grassroots ahead of next week’s Capital Summit
With the ICBA Capital Summit set for next week, ICBA is calling on community bankers across the nation to send messages to their members of Congress on the issues that will be discussed during...
Labor Department finalizes ICBA-opposed overtime rule
The Labor Department issued a final rule to increase the number of employees who are entitled to overtime compensation.
FDIC board meeting on Change in Bank Control Act
The FDIC board of directors is scheduled to meet tomorrow morning to discuss proposals related to the Change in Bank Control Act of 1978.
Deadline today: Capital Summit online registration
Today is the online registration deadline for the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit, the industry’s premier advocacy event.
ICBA whitepaper explores trends in fair lending and redlining practices
A new ICBA whitepaper provides an in-depth look at current trends in fair lending and the scrutiny of redlining practices.
ICBA: grassroots advocacy needed ahead of Capital Summit
As hundreds of community bankers prepare to attend ICBA Capital Summit, which kicks off on Sunday, May 28, ICBA is urging community banks to show support by sending this letter to their members of...
ICBA, IBAT meet with CFPB on 1033 concerns
ICBA and Independent Bankers Association of Texas community bankers and staff met with Consumer Financial Protection Bureau officials to express concerns with the bureau’s pending 1033 rule on...
FinCEN urges institutions to remain vigilant to environmental crimes
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network reminded financial institutions to remain vigilant in identifying and reporting suspicious activity related to environmental crimes.
ICBA PAC schedules 19th Annual Golf Classic
ICBA PAC is hosting its 19th Annual Golf Classic on June 17 at the Minneapolis Golf Club in St. Louis Park, Minn.
FinCEN: $27B in elder financial exploitation reported by financial institutions
Financial institutions reported $27 billion in suspicious activities linked to elder financial exploitation from 2022 to 2023, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
Fed's Financial Stability Report highlights key risks
Persistent inflation and tighter monetary policy are the primary risks to the U.S. financial system, according to the Federal Reserve’s semiannual Financial Stability Report.
FHFA seeks comment on proposed GSE offerings
The Federal Housing Finance Agency is seeking feedback on proposed new product offerings from Freddie Mac.
House Financial Services Committee passes resolutions nullifying climate disclosure and credit card late fee rules
The House Financial Services Committee advanced two ICBA-supported Congressional Review Act resolutions, to the full House for consideration. H.J. Res. 127 and H.J. Res. 122, both passed by a 28-22...
ICBA meets with Fed Governor Bowman on Reg II debit card rule
ICBA’s Anne Balcer met yesterday with Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman on the agency’s proposal to lower debit card interchange fees.
ICBA whitepaper explores trends in fair lending and redlining practices
A new ICBA whitepaper provides an in-depth look at current trends in fair lending and the scrutiny of redlining practices.
New Fraud and Compliance subgroups on ICBA Community
ICBA launched a new fraud subgroup and a new compliance subgroup on its ICBA Community online platform.